2014 Ford Explorer Sport-pics, minor commentary
05-07-14, 12:01 PM
#46
Lexus Champion
reported problems go way beyond lag... crashing mostly. ford has made a lot of progress in fixing it though, so maybe it's all good now, i don't know. i met someone with an '11 edge and he was friendly until i asked 'how do you like your edge?' when he seemed to turn into a fuming chimney talking about myford touch. 
05-07-14, 05:32 PM
#49
Lexus Fanatic
Sorry on the late-reply. Just seeing the thread for the first time now. Congratulations. 
Nice SUV. I got the same color (Crystal Red) on my Buick Verano...everyone likes it.
Lot of $$$$$ for an Explorer, but I remember that the one I reviewed a few years ago was also not far from 50K. Sorry you have had issues with it......Consumer Reports does rate the new Explorer as below-average in reliability.
Now that you got a nice new vehicle with new paint, I recommend SCRATCH-OUT, which is a scratch-removing liquid that comes in a small yellow bottle. It will take out surface scratches, discolorations, scuffs, blotches, and other paint imperfections in the top layers of the paint and clearcoat as long as they aren't too deep. You basically rub it on like wax (hard enough to remove the scratch or discoloration), then wipe it off.
Just one question, though. Why pay for those nice chrome door handles (which often come only on higher-line models to start with)...and then just turn around and paint them body color? Doesn't make sense to me......I'm not one of those that believe that chrome is an eyesore, as long as it is in moderation and not excessive.
Nice SUV. I got the same color (Crystal Red) on my Buick Verano...everyone likes it. Lot of $$$$$ for an Explorer, but I remember that the one I reviewed a few years ago was also not far from 50K. Sorry you have had issues with it......Consumer Reports does rate the new Explorer as below-average in reliability.
Now that you got a nice new vehicle with new paint, I recommend SCRATCH-OUT, which is a scratch-removing liquid that comes in a small yellow bottle. It will take out surface scratches, discolorations, scuffs, blotches, and other paint imperfections in the top layers of the paint and clearcoat as long as they aren't too deep. You basically rub it on like wax (hard enough to remove the scratch or discoloration), then wipe it off.
Just one question, though. Why pay for those nice chrome door handles (which often come only on higher-line models to start with)...and then just turn around and paint them body color? Doesn't make sense to me......I'm not one of those that believe that chrome is an eyesore, as long as it is in moderation and not excessive.
Last edited by mmarshall; 05-07-14 at 05:39 PM.
05-07-14, 05:37 PM
#50
Lexus Fanatic
The new CAFE laws are really screwing up engine-options .
05-07-14, 07:39 PM
#51
Lexus Fanatic
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05-07-14, 08:03 PM
#52
Lexus Test Driver
05-07-14, 08:04 PM
#53
Lexus Test Driver
Sorry on the late-reply. Just seeing the thread for the first time now. Congratulations. Nice SUV. I got the same color (Crystal Red) on my Buick Verano...everyone likes it.
Lot of $$$$$ for an Explorer, but I remember that the one I reviewed a few years ago was also not far from 50K. Sorry you have had issues with it......Consumer Reports does rate the new Explorer as below-average in reliability.
Now that you got a nice new vehicle with new paint, I recommend SCRATCH-OUT, which is a scratch-removing liquid that comes in a small yellow bottle. It will take out surface scratches, discolorations, scuffs, blotches, and other paint imperfections in the top layers of the paint and clearcoat as long as they aren't too deep. You basically rub it on like wax (hard enough to remove the scratch or discoloration), then wipe it off.
Just one question, though. Why pay for those nice chrome door handles (which often come only on higher-line models to start with)...and then just turn around and paint them body color? Doesn't make sense to me......I'm not one of those that believe that chrome is an eyesore, as long as it is in moderation and not excessive.
Nice SUV. I got the same color (Crystal Red) on my Buick Verano...everyone likes it. Lot of $$$$$ for an Explorer, but I remember that the one I reviewed a few years ago was also not far from 50K. Sorry you have had issues with it......Consumer Reports does rate the new Explorer as below-average in reliability.
Now that you got a nice new vehicle with new paint, I recommend SCRATCH-OUT, which is a scratch-removing liquid that comes in a small yellow bottle. It will take out surface scratches, discolorations, scuffs, blotches, and other paint imperfections in the top layers of the paint and clearcoat as long as they aren't too deep. You basically rub it on like wax (hard enough to remove the scratch or discoloration), then wipe it off.
Just one question, though. Why pay for those nice chrome door handles (which often come only on higher-line models to start with)...and then just turn around and paint them body color? Doesn't make sense to me......I'm not one of those that believe that chrome is an eyesore, as long as it is in moderation and not excessive.
Probably just the way options are grouped together in packages now. Can't get one thing without 5 others with it.
05-07-14, 08:06 PM
#54
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I don't think cafe regulations are 100% to blame for this one. The explorer is based on the Taurus. It now uses a uni-body frame rather than the old ladder frame. Since its based of the Taurus they couldn't fit a V8 if they wanted to because the current set up is transverse engine + transaxle.
05-07-14, 09:06 PM
#55
Thanks bro, it is nice how such subtle changes can make such a difference. Sorry on the late-reply. Just seeing the thread for the first time now. Congratulations. Nice SUV. I got the same color (Crystal Red) on my Buick Verano...everyone likes it.
Lot of $$$$$ for an Explorer, but I remember that the one I reviewed a few years ago was also not far from 50K. Sorry you have had issues with it......Consumer Reports does rate the new Explorer as below-average in reliability.
Now that you got a nice new vehicle with new paint, I recommend SCRATCH-OUT, which is a scratch-removing liquid that comes in a small yellow bottle. It will take out surface scratches, discolorations, scuffs, blotches, and other paint imperfections in the top layers of the paint and clearcoat as long as they aren't too deep. You basically rub it on like wax (hard enough to remove the scratch or discoloration), then wipe it off.
Just one question, though. Why pay for those nice chrome door handles (which often come only on higher-line models to start with)...and then just turn around and paint them body color? Doesn't make sense to me......I'm not one of those that believe that chrome is an eyesore, as long as it is in moderation and not excessive.
Nice SUV. I got the same color (Crystal Red) on my Buick Verano...everyone likes it. Lot of $$$$$ for an Explorer, but I remember that the one I reviewed a few years ago was also not far from 50K. Sorry you have had issues with it......Consumer Reports does rate the new Explorer as below-average in reliability.
Now that you got a nice new vehicle with new paint, I recommend SCRATCH-OUT, which is a scratch-removing liquid that comes in a small yellow bottle. It will take out surface scratches, discolorations, scuffs, blotches, and other paint imperfections in the top layers of the paint and clearcoat as long as they aren't too deep. You basically rub it on like wax (hard enough to remove the scratch or discoloration), then wipe it off.
Just one question, though. Why pay for those nice chrome door handles (which often come only on higher-line models to start with)...and then just turn around and paint them body color? Doesn't make sense to me......I'm not one of those that believe that chrome is an eyesore, as long as it is in moderation and not excessive.
As far as the door handles, that was covered by Ford ($180) so nothing OOP. It was my wife's request actually. Personally, I am in a "no chrome" phase as I just prefer the look, plus it is cheap "plastic" chrome anyways. The amount of chrome on the Explorer is by no means over the top (a la the Escalade), I agree there.
After we did the handles, I paid Ford the $400 for the http://www.xzilon.com/home.php treatment. Thanks for the heads up on the Scratch out, when needed I will pick some up.
Last edited by GSthe4th; 05-08-14 at 02:31 AM.
05-07-14, 09:19 PM
#56
Congrats!
My wife and I considered on briefly last year, however, the price became a factor as it crept up to the Q5 TDI territory; we bought a completely different SUV in the end. Another thing that kept us was that while reading the various reviews some people were reporting issues with the EcoBoost V6 - which is the only engine we would have considered. It is a really good looking SUV though and it has come a long way style-wise from previous models IMO.
I really wish they had a V8 powered version as they have in years past...!
My wife and I considered on briefly last year, however, the price became a factor as it crept up to the Q5 TDI territory; we bought a completely different SUV in the end. Another thing that kept us was that while reading the various reviews some people were reporting issues with the EcoBoost V6 - which is the only engine we would have considered. It is a really good looking SUV though and it has come a long way style-wise from previous models IMO.
I really wish they had a V8 powered version as they have in years past...!
05-08-14, 02:47 AM
#58
This is the first time I have heard someone complain about the engine selection in the sport! The EcoBoost V6 was a must for me. Usually complaints relate to the packages/options available with the limited vs the sport (like HID headlights). Similar to the GS F sport vs luxury package.I am curious to see what the Explorer and Expedition re-designs bring to the table in terms of weight reduction and engine choices (possibly along the lines of the new F150).
Congrats!
My wife and I considered on briefly last year, however, the price became a factor as it crept up to the Q5 TDI territory; we bought a completely different SUV in the end. Another thing that kept us was that while reading the various reviews some people were reporting issues with the EcoBoost V6 - which is the only engine we would have considered. It is a really good looking SUV though and it has come a long way style-wise from previous models IMO.
I really wish they had a V8 powered version as they have in years past...!
My wife and I considered on briefly last year, however, the price became a factor as it crept up to the Q5 TDI territory; we bought a completely different SUV in the end. Another thing that kept us was that while reading the various reviews some people were reporting issues with the EcoBoost V6 - which is the only engine we would have considered. It is a really good looking SUV though and it has come a long way style-wise from previous models IMO.
I really wish they had a V8 powered version as they have in years past...!
05-08-14, 04:32 AM
#59
Lead Lap
05-08-14, 05:10 AM
#60
Lead Lap
Don't want to cut in from the side, but being a Ford fan I followed the thread all the way to look for one thing specific and that is reliability. We don't get the Explorer here, but to me that's not the point. It is sort of an iconic model for Ford and if reliability on it is spot on, one can can feel, yes, Ford still attaches value to its core corporate values. I have my eye on the Ford Ranger pick-up truck (really a truck to die for) here on these shores and I hope you'll understand why I try to get the take, but apart from guys listing troubles., I cannot say what the contention about reliability really is.